Faculty of Science
Ontario Tech researcher wins Ontario Early Researcher Award to develop biological monitoring pilot program
May 06, 2022
At Ontario Tech University, Canada Research Chair in Aquatic Toxicology Dr. Denina Simmons is embarking on a new research project that will blend molecular science and traditional Indigenous knowledge to create a youth community science biological monitoring pilot program in Ontario's ‘Ring of Fire’ mining region.
Emmeline Meens Miller to represent Ontario Tech at provincial Three Minute Thesis finals
April 05, 2022
This year’s 3MT® competition attracted 15 of the university’s current candidates for master’s degrees and PhDs. After the virtual online ‘heats’ on March 23, the field was trimmed to six participants for the March 24 final round and awards presentation.
New funding ensures Ontario Tech researchers will continue to monitor COVID-19 and other indicators of health in wastewater
April 04, 2022
The Ontario Tech University Faculty of Science program to collect and test dozens of untreated sewage samples per week for traces of COVID-19 is entering a new phase this spring.
Ontario Tech’s connection to metaverse plans for new immersive online social experiences
April 01, 2022
Imagine being able to write something down on a high-tech device, using nothing more than a hand gesture. That is the objective of a new research project led by linguistic data expert Dr. Christopher Collins at Ontario Tech University.
Global partnerships reinforcing Ontario Tech’s research status and driving amazing opportunities for students
March 28, 2022
Even with COVID-19 travel restrictions in place, Ontario Tech University Chemistry faculty and students have kept the relationship strong with counterparts at Japan’s Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech).
Researchers say excessive chloride use is assaulting our lakes and rivers
March 04, 2022
A new international study says the ecological cost of global road-salt use is an underappreciated problem that is harming freshwater resources around the world.
More students applying to Ontario Tech than ever before
January 31, 2022
Great degree programs, powerful links with industry and a tradition of job-ready graduates are making more students choose Ontario Tech University.
Ontario Tech University designated as one of Canada’s Research Universities of the Year
January 25, 2022
In impressive fashion, for the first time in the university’s history, Ontario Tech has been named one of Canada’s Research Universities of the Year for 2021 by Research Infosource (RI), the country’s premier research ranking organization and leading provider of research intelligence for business and higher education.
Ontario Tech student changemaker: Benjamin Fedoruk’s Brilliant Catalyst Challenge for Rural Canada experience
November 23, 2021
Entrepreneurship and ethical applications of technology are hallmarks of the Ontario Tech story. One of the places students can galvanize their academic learnings into new businesses is through Brilliant Catalyst, the university’s entrepreneurship and experiential learning hub that facilitates idea generation, collaboration and new partnerships.
Ontario Tech celebrates 2021 SGPS Graduate Excellence Award winners
November 03, 2021
At Ontario Tech University, the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (SGPS) offers 35 different programs across seven faculties, and is home to nearly 1,000 students seeking master’s degrees, PhDs and post-graduate degrees.
Ontario Tech one of five Ontario post-secondary institutions uniting to establish Environmental and Related Technologies Hub (EaRTH)
October 28, 2021
As the global climate crisis accelerates, Ontario Tech University, Centennial College, University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC), Durham College and Trent University have joined together to advance clean, green, sustainable solutions, such as net-zero vertical farming and technology to reverse groundwater pollution.
Prepare to be a doctor with Ontario Tech University’s Medical School pathway
September 21, 2021
Ontario Tech offers some of the most technologically advanced and modern undergraduate programs available anywhere. Discover one of the many pathway programs to kickstart your dream of becoming a medical doctor, or explore additional opportunities in the area of medicine and health.
Join Ontario Tech’s October 14 Women for STEM Summit: Resilient, Responsive, Resourceful
September 15, 2021
Join Ontario Tech University on Thursday, October 14 for the third annual Women for STEM Summit, to discover how women in STEM are helping their organizations and employees succeed and move forward from COVID-19.
Ontario Tech University mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for individuals coming to campus
August 12, 2021
Following discussions surrounding the ongoing risks posed by COVID-19, including the emergence of new variants, Ontario Tech University will now require all students, faculty, staff and all other individuals coming to any campus location to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
2021-2022 Ontario Tech University major scholarship recipients
July 28, 2021
Each year, seven outstanding incoming students are awarded to Ontario Tech University’s most prestigious entrance scholarships. The university’s scholarship program recognizes secondary school students for exceptional achievements in academics, leadership and community involvement throughout their high school career.
Impactful research here in your community: Ontario Tech experts advancing discovery and applications of knowledge
July 12, 2021
In recent months, Ontario Tech University has received new federal research funding to support more than 30 multidisciplinary projects that will explore solutions to pressing societal problems.
You’re not on mute: Ontario Tech research exploring how AI technology offers mental health support during pandemic
June 23, 2021
The need for innovative technology solutions for dealing with mental health issues has never been greater, but it’s a challenge being addressed by researchers at Ontario Tech University, in collaboration with community organizations.
Ontario Tech’s 2021 recipients of The Joyce Family Foundation Success Award
June 22, 2021
The Joyce Family Foundation is making the dream of post-secondary education a reality.
Ontario Tech entrepreneurial leaders and social innovators win national awards
June 11, 2021
A key component of experiential learning opportunities at Ontario Tech is the campus community group Enactus (derived from ‘Entrepreneurial, Action, Us’), which rallies the energy, ideas and passion of the best and brightest students to create and implement local empowerment projects and business ventures.
Ontario Tech announces the newest members of its Board of Governors
May 05, 2021
Ontario Tech University has strengthened its leadership and governance with the addition of five new members to its Board of Governors.
Learning from the best: Ontario Tech celebrates excellence in teaching
April 28, 2021
Ontario Tech University students have had their say in nominating their top teachers and innovative instructors for the 2020-2021 academic year.
Is social media helping or hindering our understanding of scientific discovery?
March 31, 2021
Dividing an infinite amount of information with humans’ limited capacity to consume so much data, it becomes clear that getting a social media post to ‘stick’ in someone’s mind, or even getting them to click on a link, is a huge challenge.
How data visualization is raising awareness about the pain of sexual harassment
March 11, 2021
Ontario Tech University researcher Dr. Christopher Collins, the university’s Canada Research Chair in Linguistic Information Visualization is examining how the issue of sexual harassment can achieve greater visibility by using data visualization as a communicative medium.
